Malalhue facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Malalhue
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Town and Commune
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| Region | Los Ríos |
| Province | Valdivia |
| Municipalidad | Lanco |
| Comuna | Lanco |
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| • Type | Municipalidad |
| Population
(2002 census [1])
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| • Total | 2,566 |
| Time zone | UTC−04:00 (Chilean Standard) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC−03:00 (Chilean Daylight) |
| Area code(s) | Country + town = 56 + ? |
Malalhue is a town in Chile. It is located in the Los Ríos Region, specifically in the Valdivia Province. Malalhue is part of the Lanco area. It is found northwest of another town called Panguipulli.
What Malalhue is Known For
The main activity in Malalhue is making special wooden boards. These are called oriented strand boards. They are made at a large factory near the town. This factory is owned by a company named Louisiana-Pacific.
Making Oriented Strand Boards
Oriented strand boards, often called OSB, are a type of engineered wood. They are made from many layers of wood strands. These strands are glued together with a special resin. OSB is very strong and is used a lot in building. It can be used for walls, floors, and roofs in houses and other buildings.
Location and Travel
Malalhue is located in the beautiful Los Ríos Region of Chile. It is easy to reach by road. The town lies along the 203-CH route. This route connects Panguipulli with Lanco. The 203-CH route also links up with Chile Highway 5, which is a major highway in Chile.
See also
In Spanish: Malalhue para niños
